GE ML2400, ML1600 quick start QS.3.2 Single and Multi-mode cable

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QS.3.2 Single and Multi-mode cable

Fiber Cable Cross Section and Physical Specifications

Multi Mode

125µm

CORE62.5µm

CLAD

•62.5/125 µm

•50/125 µm*

Single Mode

125 µm CORE 8 µm

CLAD

•9/125 µm

*Will become more popular as baud rate goes up

This is a scaled drawing of both a 62.5/ 125 μm multi mode fiber and 9/125 µm single mode fiber. The outer clad of both is 125 micrometers in diameter. The multi-mode core, at 62.5 micrometers, is a little bit thinner than the average human hair. The core of the 9/125

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